This work constructs a fracture mechanics framework for conceptualizing mechanical rock
breakdown and consequent regolith production and erosion on the surface of Earth and …

This review paper summarizes recent advances and challenges in the assessment of rock
behavior and performance in deep low-permeability and high-temperature geothermal …

High-temperature treatment may cause changes in physical and mechanical properties of
rocks. Temperature changing rate (heating, cooling and both of them) plays an important …

Brittleness has a significant influence on rock failure under compression; however, the
mechanism is rarely comprehensively discussed. This study numerically investigates the …

Geothermal energy offers great advantages in cost, reliability and environmental friendliness
compared with conventional fossil fuels; geothermal energy is recommended and has been …

The accurate prediction of the strength of rocks after high-temperature treatment is important
for the safety maintenance of rock in deep underground engineering. Five machine learning …

With the increasing demand for mineral and energy resources, deep underground
operations in mining, oil and gas industries become more frequent. This also resulted in …

Strain burst is a common problem encountered in brittle rocks in deep, high-stress mining
applications. Limited research focuses on the effects of temperature on the strain burst …

Understanding the mechanical and deformation failure behaviors of heated flawed granite
under true triaxial stresses is of great significance for evaluating the wellbore stability in …

A comprehensive understanding of the physico-mechanical behavior of rocks in hot dry rock
(HDR) reservoir after different stimulation treatments is essential for the safe and effective …